Resembling a Tuscan villa transported to the foothills of Del Mar, this luxury resort boasts a Las Vegas-like opulence, from its marbled lobby to its manicured croquet lawn. Paying homage to the Spanish Revival creations of architect Addison Mizner, the Grand Del Mar features fragrant landscaping, Mediterranean-style courtyards, terraces and walkways with sweeping views of the Tom Fazio-designed golf course, as well as outdoor fireplaces and fountains. Other amenities include tennis courts, four swimming pools, a kids' activity center, and a 21,000-square-foot spa. The signature restaurant, Addison, is one of San Diego's most refined dining rooms, and is the county's only AAA 5 Diamond restaurant. The resort's name is truly no idle boast; this is one grand hotel. Note: Gay rights activists have called for a boycott of this property in response to the owner's $125,000 contribution to Proposition 8 which, as of this writing, has outlawed same-sex marriage in California; visit www.sleepwiththerightpeople.org.
Facilities:
4 restaurants, including Addison; 5 bars; live entertainment; kids' activity center; concierge; exercise room; 18-hole championship golf course; Jacuzzi; 4 swimming pools; room service; spa; 2 tennis courts
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